Social Security
Get an overview of how the Social Security program works and the risks of it defaulting on future payments to retirees. Weigh the pros and cons involved in claiming your benefits at different ages. See how health care costs could take a big chunk of your Social Security income later in life.
What is the Social Security 2100 Act? ~~~ The Social Security program has run a deficit every year since 2010, and new projections expect that it will be unable to meet its obligations to American [...]
The Uncertain Future of Social Security ~~~ The Social Security program has had a deficit every year since 2010 and by 2033, the program is projected to become insolvent. Though Social Security’s full retirement age [...]
The Impact of Health Care Costs on Social Security As health care costs continue to rise at a faster annual rate than Social Security payments, and lifespans continue to lengthen, the need for retirees to [...]
Social Security Survivor Benefits ~~~ How do you claim them? How much can you receive? About 5 million widowed Americans get Social Security survivor benefits. If your spouse has passed, you may be eligible to [...]
Should You Apply For Social Security Now...or Later? ~~~ When should you apply for benefits? Consider a few factors first. Now or later? When it comes to the question of Social Security income, the choice [...]
Verifying Social Security Records to Maximize Your Benefits ~~~ Verifying your personal and earnings information with the Social Security Administration will help ensure that your future Social Security income is calculated correctly. In addition to [...]
The Latest on Social Security ~~~ Social Security payments and thresholds are adjusted every year to keep pace with inflation, and benefits may also be adjusted to comply with legislative policy changes. Benefits: Qualified Americans [...]